PADS PCB design software
Empowers engineers. Unites teams. Unlocks innovation. A complete PCB design platform that includes board design and analysis technologies, cloud-enabled collaboration, part research and creation, and real-time supply-chain insights.
PADS Professional Premium DFM
With this Hybrid-SaaS solution you will have access to cloud collaboration and version management, part selection, library creation, component sourcing data and even more tools that enable a complete PCB design flow.
Industry proven technology
PADS Professional Premium DFM is reliable and proven, providing cutting edge PCB design capabilities based on the powerful Xpedition technology.
Cloud connected
Flexible, cloud-enabled collaboration, component research, component sourcing, design and analysis management, and manufacturing.
Advanced PCB design
Fully integrated solution that scales based on the size and scope of your project. A complete PCB design platform including rigid flex design, RF technology, FPGA/PCB optimization and Multi-trace HSD tuning.
Key features
No installation or configuration required
Designers can effortlessly upload ODB++Design files into the secure cloud environment and select one or multiple manufacturers to apply process capabilities for design for manufacturing (DFM) analysis.
Launch DFM analysis directly from Layout
Using one of the numerous DFM profiles available through PCBflow, designers can swiftly launch the analysis. Upon completion, identified issues are displayed in the Hazard Explorer, facilitating immediate correction.
Instant accurate price estimates
Instantaneous updates on cost and availability for components listed in a Bill of Materials (BOM). Designers can utilize the QuickPrice feature to receive precise price estimates promptly.
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"The most helpful feature of PADS Professional is the new routing system (sketch route), and the wide variety of constraints. The new DFM analysis is also a great addition."
Unlimited analysis capability
There are no constraints on the number of analyses that can be conducted within the tool.
Generate comprehensive PDF reports
Following each analysis, a user-friendly PDF report detailing the analysis results is automatically generated and added to the Connect project's files section.
Includes all features of PADS Professional Premium
PADS Professional Premium DFM encompasses all the essential features required for designing PCBs, from the simplest to the most intricate designs. Learn more about PADS Professional Premium to explore its full capabilities.